US President Donald Trump claimed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, ISIS’s second-in-command globally, was killed in a joint US-Nigerian operation. South Korea criticized reports that Iran may charge ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, calling it against international law. The UAE stated it does not seek protection from any country and can defend its sovereignty against threats. Trump also said he could accept a 20-year halt to Iran’s nuclear activity while calling Tehran’s latest proposal “unacceptable.” Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Pakistan’s mediation efforts are difficult but have “not failed” yet.
